Dry Roasted Pistachios
Pistachios that have been dry roasted without oil, prepared for retail sale as a snack. Classified under HTS 2008.19.30 for pistachios that are preserved nuts, fitting the 'other' category for non-peanut seeds. The roasting preserves flavor while keeping them shelf-stable.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing peanuts in the mixture
Any preparation including peanuts shifts to the peanut-inclusive subheading.
If fresh in shell without preservation
Fresh pistachios in shell are under fresh nuts heading, not preserved forms.
If kernels are specifically separated
Pistachio kernels may have distinct classification if prepared differently from whole nuts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates to prove pest-free status, critical for pistachios from major exporters
• Check for seasonal quotas that may apply to pistachio imports from certain countries
• Include nutritional labeling compliant with FDA requirements for processed nuts
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